Am I the Only One?

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A safe space for those navigating the unspoken pressures of applying to one of the most competitive fields in medicine. From sleepless nights obsessing over research deadlines, to smiling through imposter syndrome at away rotations, this series is for the applicants wondering if everyone else has it all together—except them. Whether you’re second-guessing your personal statement, feeling overwhelmed by rejection silence, or questioning if you’re “derm enough,” you’re not alone. Here, we share the vulnerable, behind-the-scenes moments that don’t make it to ERAS but define the journey just as much.

Let’s normalize the struggle behind the polish and remind each other: you’re not the only one.